Freshness dates expand beyond perishable foods
The push to print expiration or use by dates on nonperishable items grows as firms seek to meet consumer demand for freshness. Mona Doyle of Consumer Network notes freshness ties to value and quality for buyers.
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Top snack reasons per the Snack Food Association
The Snack Food Association finds Americans snack for energy with 27 percent, for relaxation at 23 percent, for mood improvement at 21 percent, and to avoid heavy meals at 12 percent.
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Iowa farm bureau cookout contest set for August at state fair
Iowa outdoor chefs begin summer contests across counties to determine winners in beef pork lamb poultry turkey and combo specialty categories with prizes up to 2000 dollars plus gas grills. Honey Board Family Circle and Weber sponsorship offers honey recipe prizes in three categories and mail entries due by July 15 to Seattle Washington. Ice Cream Sandwich Sensations dessert contest invites original dessert ideas with entries via Richmond Virginia address.
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Stealth Fries Aim to Resist Fast Food Heat Lamps
Lamb-Weston and Penwest Foods unveil Stealth Fries, a new french fry protected with an invisible coating of a modified starch. The product targets resilience to heat lamps and aims to maintain texture and appeal in fast-food service.
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Elegant bridal shower menu features raspberry yogurt frosties
A spring bridal shower menu proposes a love-is-in-the-air buffet including Raspberry Yogurt Frosties, Brioche stuffed with Cashew Chicken Salad, and White Chocolate Cake with Marzipan Rosettes. Recipes detail portions, assembly, and serving for 12 and 6 portions respectively.
Tabletop tips and recipes for a bridal shower
A bridal shower feature blends practical table decor ideas from Nancy Wall Hopkins with do it yourself napkin swags and easy florals. It includes a brioche recipe, White Chocolate Cake with Marzipan Ribbon and Rosettes, and a ribboned cake craft guide using almond paste and food coloring.
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Slim Strawberry Chef's Salad Highlights Healthful Fresh Fruit Mix
A feature on fresh strawberries projecting a record crop and a Slim Strawberry Chef's Salad recipe. The salad combines fat-free sour cream based dressing with lean turkey or ham, alfalfa sprouts, and assorted fruits for a 194 calorie per serving, high vitamin C and fiber content. Tips cover selecting ripe berries, refrigeration, and serving notes.
Artichokes shine at breakfast and brunch ideas
Feature on artichokes covering selection, storage, and prep tips with a recipe for Artichoke Benedict. Includes how to steam four artichokes, prep centers, and assemble with Canadian bacon eggs and blender Hollandaise. Also gives a quick home storage method and timing guidance.
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